Life-Cycle Analysis
Proficiency Level 1: Remember
Source: Dr. Heather Dillon
Define life-cycle analysis (LCA) terms, including goal, scope, functional unit, life-cycle inventory, and uncertainty analysis.
Proficiency Level 2: Understand
Source: Dr. Heather Dillon
List the steps needed for a full life-cycle analysis based on the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Standard.
Proficiency Level 3: Apply
Source: Dr. Heather Dillon
Interpret the results from a simple life-cycle assessment and use the data to make recommendations about a building system.
Source: Dr. Heather Dillon
Sketch the system boundary and flows for a life-cycle assessment.
Proficiency Level 4: Analyze
Source: Dr. Heather Dillon
Calculate the life-cycle impact from the life-cycle inventory for a simple system.